Moon Chhupra - Bairia, Ballia
Moon Chhupra is a village situated in the Bairia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bairia and around 3 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Moon Chhupra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moon Chhupra is 199924. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.74 hectares and falls under the 277209 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town.
Moon Chhupra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bairia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moon Chhupra
According to the 2011 Census, Moon Chhupra village had a total population of 5,357 people, including 2,755 males and 2,602 females, living in 836 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.24%, with male literacy at 85.65% and female literacy at 62.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 800, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 346.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,357 | 2,755 | 2,602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 756 | 379 | 377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 800 | 420 | 380 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 346 | 177 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 3,416 | 2,035 | 1,381 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,941 | 720 | 1,221 |
Nearby Villages of Moon Chhupra
Moon Chhupra is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Araji Mafi Moon Chhupra I | North-East | 0.97 km |
| Araji Mafi Moon Chhupra Ii | East | 1.21 km |
| Mansingh Chhapra | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Nauka Gaon | South | 2.03 km |
| Shri Nagar | North | 2.50 km |
| Sabalpur | East | 2.58 km |
| Shrikant Pur | East | 2.61 km |
| Nouwa Bara | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Dalpatpur | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Chherdih | West | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Moon Chhupra
Moon Chhupra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dal Chapra, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Moon Chhupra is about 3 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moon Chhupra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moon Chhupra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Moon Chhupra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moon Chhupra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moon Chhupra
Where is Moon Chhupra located?
Moon Chhupra village is located in Bairia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Moon Chhupra?
Moon Chhupra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Moon Chhupra?
The pincode of Moon Chhupra is 277209.
What is the population of Moon Chhupra?
Moon Chhupra had a total population of 5,357, including 2,755 males and 2,602 females.
How many households are there in Moon Chhupra?
Moon Chhupra had 836 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moon Chhupra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moon Chhupra was 74.24%. Male literacy was 85.65% and female literacy was 62.07%.